75% of ride-hailing drivers use fake licences — DVLA
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) says 75% of drivers operating on ride-hailing platforms in Ghana have fake driving licences. The Chief Executive Officer of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, disclosed this on Atinka TV on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, saying the development raises serious concerns about the authenticity of licences being used by […]
According to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) in Ghana, a staggering 75% of ride-hailing drivers are operating under fake licences, causing significant concern for the authenticity of driver credentials. Chief Executive Officer Julius Neequaye Kotey revealed this troubling statistic on Atinka TV on August 11, 2026, highlighting the prevalence of fraudulent licences among drivers on popular platforms such as Bolt, Uber, and Yango.
Kotey's revelation underscores the urgent need for enhanced monitoring and verification measures to ensure that only properly licensed drivers are permitted to operate on these platforms, stressing the importance of stringent compliance with licensing requirements to maintain the integrity of the ride-hailing industry.
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